Discover the beautiful city of Kiev

Situated on the Dnipro River, Kiev (also Kyiv) is the capital city of Ukraine. After a rough and turbulent history, the town has become an interesting array of old and new buildings. More and more of the culture is being influenced by the characteristics of both Western and European customs, yet the Ukrainians who live here still cling proudly to tradition. Once catapulted onto the world scene by the nuclear reactor blast at Chernobyl, the stunning city of Kiev is a world away from the tragedies of the past.

The modern city of Kiev is home to roughly three million people. Some of these people are foreign diplomats while others are students from other parts of the world. Thus, Kiev has a somewhat cosmopolitan feel. While many of its greater architectural and art treasures were destroyed in the Second World War, that which was left has been restored and now proudly adorns the face of this picturesque city. For a while there were understandable concerns about the safety of living in such close proximity to the destroyed nuclear reactor plant, but most scientists agree that the city is safe from the effects of radiation.

There is really so much to see and do in Kiev, you will be kept busy for days. Known as the ‘Green City’ for its many botanical gardens, parks and beautiful trees, the city is a wonder to behold in summer and spring. The nearby river provides hours of leisure activity in the form of swimming and boat rides, while many enjoy leisurely strolls and cycling trails along its banks. In the winter the lake freezes over to make way to ice fishermen and ice-skaters. The many theatres and opera houses provide indoor entertainment, and craft markets selling an abundance of traditional Ukrainian goods can be found in various city squares. There are art galleries, beautiful old buildings and even catacombs to see. Kiev is a charming and majestic city that should not be missed.

Hi there,
I plan to visit Kiev for tourism in july, I would appreciate if anyone can send me more information about Ukraine-Kiev (places to visit, hotels, Restaurants...)
Thank you

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I visited Kiev in January 2000 and was there for Christmas and lived with folks that didn't speak a bit of English. I spent 30 days there. That was quite an adventure. I am now writing a novelette on that strange, frightening but wonderful time I had there. I would like to communicate with people interested in Kiev.

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I visited Kiev in January 2000 and was there for Christmas and lived with folks that didn't speak a bit of English. I spent 30 days there. That was quite an adventure. I am now writing a novelette on that strange, frightening but wonderful time I had there. I would like to communicate with people interested in Kiev.

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